Interpretation ID: nht88-2.19

TYPE: INTERPRETATION-NHTSA

DATE: MAY 6, 1988

FROM: WILLIAM J. STEPHENSON -- PRESIDENT, PRO-FLITE OF VERO, INC.

TO: ERIKA JONES -- NHTSA CHIEF COUNSEL

TITLE: NONE

ATTACHMT: JULY 11, 1988 LETTER FROM JONES TO STEPHENSON

TEXT: Please find enclosed two photographs of a new safety device designed to reduce turning accidents on large vehicles.

In conversations with insurance companies, safety engineers, school boards, motor home owners, truckers and local/state government officials, etc., we conclude there is definitely a need for "Pro-Lite."

I've presented "Pro-Lite" to municipalities, city and county governments, heavy equipment operators, truckers, as well as individuals, all of whom have enthusiastically endorsed "Pro-Lite."

A little about the construction of "Pro-Lite." The entire housing is of standard plastic, impregnated with emergency red pigment. It is internally lit by a series of clearance lights designed to flash in sequence with either turn signal. It is equipped with two (2) hot leads, one of which connects to the turn signal on each side of the vehicle. A single ground wire completes the circuit and . . . presto . . . "Pro-Lite!" Access to bulbs is simply accomplished by removing four (4) screws in the face p late and removing the cover. "Pro-Lite" is made water-tight through the use of a rubber strip that compresses when screws are tightened.

A myriad of mounting possibilities exist. One can mount "Pro-Lite" flush with screws or tape, mount under truck bed, on top of vehicle, etc. Ideally, "Pro-Lite" will be placed on the rear center of vehicle for maximum visability.

We are confident "Pro-Lite" will provide for safer highways and, after all, safety should be a priority concern for everyone.

Ms. Jones, if we may have your thoughts and suggestions, we shall be grateful.

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